The Common Core Standards put as much emphasis on nonfiction as they do literature.  It is important to find ways to incorporate nonfiction ...

I thought today I would share some of my favorite online resources that I have discovered from the blogging world or workshops: Watch Know...

I hope you had a fabulous break.  I got back from Vegas on Thursday just in time for dinner and clean-up at my house with my in-laws.  They ...

I have been a little absent the last few days.  We finished up school on Friday.  The last day before a break is always chaotic.  I thought ...

Today, we read Balloons over Broadway by Melissa Sweet. The book is about Tony Sarg, the original puppeteer who got the Macy's Thank...

I created Writing Graphic Organizers for the Common Core Standards for Grades 3-5 .  I know they are great.  The only problem is that my stu...

Today I am just thankful for the things in life that make me smile.  Sometimes you just need a smile or a good laugh.  I smiled when I wok...